EINHELL 550 Bedienungsanleitung Seite 10

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Check the power cable regularly and have it
replaced by an authorized specialist at the first
sign of any damage.
Check your extension cables regularly and
replace them if damaged.
When working outdoors, use only extension
cables that are approved for outdoor use and
which are marked accordingly.
Concentrate on what you are doing. Use
common sense. Do not operate the tool if your
mind is not on your work.
Never use an electric tool with a switch that
cannot be turned on and off.
Warning! The use of plug-in tools and
accessories other than those intended may put
you at risk of injury.
Always pull the plug out of the power socket
before adjusting or servicing the machine.
Give these safety regulations to all persons who
work on the machine.
The machine is equipped with a safety switch to
prevent it being switched on again accidentally
after a power failure.
Before you use the machine for the first time,
check that the voltage marked on the rating plate
is the same as your mains voltage.
If you need to use an extension cable, make
sure its conductor cross-section is big enough
for the saw's power consumption. Minimum
cross-section: 1.5 mm
If you use a cable reel, the complete cable has
to be pulled off the reel.
Check the power cable.
Never use a faulty or damaged power cable.
Do not use the cable to pull the plug out of the
socket. Protect the cable from heat, oil and
sharp edges.
Do not leave the machine in the rain and never
use it in damp or wet conditions.
Provide good lighting.
Do not saw near flammable liquids or gases.
Non-slip shoes are recommended when working
outdoors.
Wear a hair net if you have long hair.
Avoid abnormal working postures.
Operators have to be at least 18 years of age.
Trainees of at least 16 years of age are allowed
to use the machine under supervision.
Keep children away from the machine when it is
connected to the power supply.
Keep your workplace clean of wood scrap and
any unnecessary objects.
An untidy work area invites accidents.
Do not allow other persons, especially children,
to touch the tool or cable. Keep them out of your
work area.
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Persons working on the machine should not be
distracted.
Carry out conversions, adjustments,
measurements and cleaning jobs only when the
motor is switched off. - Pull out the power plug!
Before switching on, make sure that all keys and
wrenches have been removed from the tool.
Switch off the motor and pull out the power plug
before you leave the workplace.
Refit all guards and safety devices immediately
after you have completed any repairs or
maintenance work.
Be sure to observe the safety information and
operating and maintenance instructions issued
by the manufacturer, as well as the dimensions
listed in the Technical Data.
It is imperative to observe the accident
prevention regulations in force in your area as
well as all other generally recognized rules of
safety.
Note the information published by your
professional associations.
The machine has to be connected to a 230 V
socket-outlet with earthing contact and minimum
fusing of 10 A.
Do not use any low-powered machines for heavy
duty work.
Do not mis-use the cable
Make sure you stand squarely and keep your
balance at all times.
Check that the moving parts are in good working
order, that they do not jam, and that no parts are
damaged. Make sure that all parts are fitted
correctly and that all other operating conditions
are properly fulfilled.
Unless otherwise stated in the operating
instructions, damaged safety devices and parts
have to be repaired or replaced by an authorized
service center.
Have damaged switches replaced by a customer
service workshop.
This electric tool complies with the pertinent
safety regulations. Repairs are to be carried out
only by a qualified electrician using original
replacement parts or the user may suffer an
accident.
If necessary, wear suitable personal protection
equipment. This could consist of:
- Ear-muffs to prevent the risk of damaging your
hearing
- A breathing mask to prevent the risk of inhaling
hazardous dust
The operator has to be informed about the
conditions with an influence on noise
development.
Faults on the machine have to be reported to the